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Astral Motel

3.0 star property
Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking

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Children's play area - outdoor
Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Comfortable Studio | Living area | TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
46 Somme Parade, Whanganui, 5001
  • Whanganui Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

View all photos for Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Family Studio Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Garden Area

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious ) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Standard Studio, Kitchen (Spacious )

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfortable Studio | Living area | TV

Comfortable Studio

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Within a short walk of Queens Park, Astral Motel is within a mile (2 km) of Moutoa Gardens. This 15-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Queens Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Virginia Lake - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Astral Motel

Riverwalk motel in Whanganui with free parking
Astral Motel features free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Astral Motel
Astral Motel Wanganui
Astral Wanganui
Motel Astral
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel
Astral Motel Whanganui
Astral Motel Motel Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Astral Motel?

Astral Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Astral Motel?

As of Jun 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astral Motel on Jun 18, 2025 start from $76.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Astral Motel?

This motel is located in Whanganui, a short 18-minute walk from Whanganui Museum and also 15 minutes on foot from Queens Park. You'll also find Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Moutoa Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Astral Motel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the motel.

Does Astral Motel have a casino?

No, Astral Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Astral Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Astral Motel good for couples?

At this riverfront motel, couples will appreciate amenities like concierge services plus some guestrooms include kitchens and premium Italian sheets.

Does Astral Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Astral Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Astral Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Astral Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Astral Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Astral Motel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Astral Motel?

The closest major airport to Astral Motel is Whanganui (WAG), which is 4.1 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Astral Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Astral Motel.

Astral Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 336 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 336 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 336 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 336 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 336 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to shoos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, rooms clean and tidy.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
older motel but well kept and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Keith

Traveled with partner
Very basic room but quite comfortable. But no sink in kitchen area. Nice location near the river.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean handy area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is very dated. Although clean. And staff were friendly. Convenient easy walk to the town centre. It is a busy roundabout so some vehicle noise. Overall good experience for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph, Waikiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is right next to a busy roundabout so there's the constant noise of cars and trucks accellerating and decellerating. Traffic is a bit less during the night. Units are not soundproofed and the furnishings are a bit dated. On the whole this property is ok for 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room, comfortable beds, reasonably well equipped, great shower, very friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. The rooms were neat and clean, and the beds were comfortable. The only thing that disappointed me was that there was a stove/oven in the photo that I saw and I brought provisions for our meal accordingly. When we arrived, the room we were given had only a microwave and I had to go and pay for different food. This may have been my lack of attention to detail when I booked, but it did frustrate me. Otherwise, we had a pleasant stay and the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suitable for what i needed
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Felecia-Gaye

Staff friendly. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

GRAEME

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
see above
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert ad Rose-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very pleasant at reception. Sky tv
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice outlook onto green area; off the road
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No waste bin in the bathroom. No bar soap in the bathroom. Cheap, single ply toilet paper. No clock radio in the quarter. No phone in the quarter.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan, Napier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Down by river nice garden outlook but spoiler by hoons on noisy bikes trying to set speed records
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Everything was good apart from the bed was too cold. Needed a better duvet or another blanket. Had to buy one to keep warm the 2nd night. Heat pump wasn't working properly either. Probably needs filters cleaned
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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